Best 6 Buffalo Chicken Nachos Recipes

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**Buffalo Chicken Nachos: A Game-Day Delight**

Savor the irresistible fusion of bold flavors and textures with our Buffalo Chicken Nachos recipe. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game day gatherings, parties, or a satisfying snack. Crispy tortilla chips are generously topped with tender, juicy buffalo chicken, a creamy blend of melted cheeses, and a medley of vibrant toppings. The tangy buffalo sauce adds a spicy kick, while the cooling ranch dressing balances the heat.

Indulge in additional recipe variations to suit your preferences. Experiment with different cheese combinations, such as a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and pepper jack, for a more complex flavor profile. Add a layer of pulled pork or shredded beef for a hearty and smoky twist. For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with roasted vegetables or flavorful tofu. Don't forget the essential toppings: diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, crumbled blue cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Dive into the ultimate nacho experience with our Buffalo Chicken Nachos recipe, guaranteed to satisfy every craving.

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KICKIN' BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS



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These hearty, dude-pleasing nachos are bursting with flavor. The combination of the crunchy tortilla chips with the spicy buffalo chicken and the cool blue cheese dressing make the perfect accompaniment to a frosty cold beverage (or two!) and are great any time of day. The recipe serves 4, but sharing is optional!

Provided by bakingmecrazy

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
¾ cup blue cheese salad dressing, divided
½ cup cayenne pepper sauce (such as Frank's® RedHot®)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 (13 ounce) package restaurant-style white corn tortilla chips (such as Tostitos®)
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
½ cup sliced black olives
⅓ cup diced red onion
¼ cup pickled jalapeno pepper slices
4 ounces precooked bacon, crumbled
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix about 1/4 cup blue cheese dressing, cayenne pepper sauce, and butter in a bowl until well blended. Add chicken; toss to coat.
  • Spread tortilla chips evenly over prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle tomato, olives, onion, and jalapeno peppers over chips. Spread chicken mixture over vegetables and top with crumbled bacon.
  • Combine Mexican cheese blend and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl; sprinkle evenly over chicken and tortilla chip mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle with remaining 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing and top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 89.8 mg, Fat 47.8 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 1531.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cooked chicken, hot sauce, ranch dressing, tortilla chips, monterey jack cheese, tomato, green onions

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb cooked chicken
1 cup hot sauce
½ cup ranch dressing
9 oz tortilla chips
2 cups monterey jack cheese
½ tomato, diced
½ cup green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, mix the chicken with the hot sauce and the ranch.
  • In a large pan or skillet, lay down half of the tortilla chips, followed by half of the buffalo chicken, Monterey Jack, tomato, and green onions. Repeat with the remaining half of the ingredients.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 775 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 2 grams

BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups wing sauce and 1/2 cup water to a simmer. Add 4 cups shredded cooked chicken; heat through. Strain the chicken (reserving the sauce) and spread over ranch-flavored tortilla chips with 3 cups shredded cheddar. Bake, then top with blue cheese, chopped celery and the reserved wing sauce.

BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 jalapeno, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups hot sauce, such as Frank's RedHot
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Three 5-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise into 3 strips
Canola oil, for deep-frying
8 pitas, each cut into 8 wedges
Kosher salt
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup crumbled smoked blue cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely sliced fresh chives
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup finely sliced celery
1/2 cup finely sliced radish
1/2 pickled jalapeno, drained and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the Buffalo sauce: To a medium saute pan over medium heat, add the oil, butter, jalapeno and garlic. Allow the butter to melt, and lightly saute the garlic and jalapeno for about 2 minutes. Stir in the hot sauce, chicken broth, lime juice and vinegar and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm until ready to use.
  • For the dry rub: Combine the smoked paprika, cayenne, celery salt, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Mix to blend.
  • Combine the chicken and 1/4 cup of the Buffalo sauce in a bowl; toss to coat. Transfer the chicken to a wire rack set over a baking sheet and sprinkle with the dry rub. Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, allow to cool a bit, then chop the chicken into bite-size pieces. Set aside. (Leave the oven at 350 degrees F for the nachos.)
  • For the pita chips: While the chicken is baking, fill a deep, heavy pot with 4 inches of oil and heat the oil to 350 degrees F over moderate heat. In batches, fry the pita wedges until golden brown and crispy, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels and immediately sprinkle with salt.
  • For the blue cheese topping: To a small saucepan over medium heat, add the milk and 1/2 cup of the smoked blue cheese. Allow the cheese to melt into the milk, then transfer the mixture to a bowl along with the remaining blue cheese and the mayonnaise, sour cream and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
  • To assemble: In a large roasting pan, spread out half of the pita chips in an even layer. Top with half of the chopped chicken, half of the remaining Buffalo sauce, half of the blue cheese topping and 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella. Repeat, ending with a generous helping of the shredded mozzarella. Place the roasting pan on the center rack of the oven and bake until the cheese has melted and the pitas have crisped and soaked up some of the hot sauce, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle the nachos with the celery, radish, jalapeno and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
3/4 cup buffalo sauce
1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
1 (14 ounce) bag corn tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
6 green onions (chopped)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl, add your shredded chicken, buffalo sauce and Greek yogurt in a bowl until fully combined.
  • Lay your tortilla chips on a pan and spread your chicken on top.
  • Sprinkle your cheese on top of it all. (you can switch this step the other way, but I like my cheese on top.)
  • Place in oven and broil for 3 minutes or until the cheese melts
  • Garnish with salt and pepper and green onion slices.
  • Eat immediately.

ULTIMATE BUFFALO CHICKEN NACHOS



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Why have plain old nachos when you can make them with waffle cut fries and buffalo chicken instead?! Inspired by a post at howsweeteats.com.

Provided by Mandy at Food.com

Categories     Weeknight

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) package frozen waffle-cut sweet potato fries (I used Alexia Waffle Cut Sweet Potato Seasoned Fries)
1/2 rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup buffalo wing sauce
2 tablespoons butter
5 ounces grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
3 ounces grated monterey jack pepper cheese or 3 ounces blue cheese, if you prefer
1 bunch scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven per waffle fry package directions.
  • Arrange waffle fries in single layer on a foil-covered baking sheet and cook according to package directions.
  • While fries cook, shred chicken with fingers or a fork; set aside.
  • Heat buffalo wing sauce with butter until the butter melts. Add the chicken and stir to coat. Let sit.
  • Chop scallions and grate the cheeses; set aside.
  • Once the fries are done, pile on the chicken and cheeses.
  • Turn the oven to broil and place the baking pan into the broiler. (My broiler was too small for my baking sheet, so I transferred the fries to a small pizza pan before broiling.).
  • Let cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Remove, sprinkle with scallions and eat once cool enough to touch!
  • *Servings vary: This could feed anywhere from 4-7 people as a party app, or two very hungry people for a dinner where calories don't matter!

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your nachos.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make buffalo chicken nachos, so feel free to get creative and try different ingredients and combinations.
  • Make sure to cook the chicken thoroughly. This is important for food safety, and it will also help to ensure that the chicken is nice and juicy.
  • Use a good quality cheese. This will help to give your nachos a rich, creamy flavor.
  • Don't overload your nachos. Too many toppings can make them soggy and difficult to eat.
  • Serve your nachos immediately. This is when they are at their best, and the cheese will be nice and melted.

Conclusion:

Buffalo chicken nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or game day, and they are always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.

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